Economics (BS) – Business
Arizona State University’s Bachelor of Science in economics online prepares future business leaders with the theoretical and empirical tools to evaluate the decisions of individuals, firms and governments. You’ll learn to address economic and financial issues while sharpening your business acumen. As a graduate, you’ll be a standout candidate for competitive positions in banking and finance, as well as graduate programs in economics, business and law.
Online courses in economics and business
Through rigorous economics and core business courses, you’ll refine your quantitative, analytical, critical thinking and communication skills. You’ll also gain a deep understanding of how to apply economic theory to modern business concerns. Course topics range from applied regression analysis and international trade theory to econometrics and applied complex analysis. Outside of required courses, you’re encouraged to tailor your program by taking an array of industry-related electives.
MGT 300: Principles of Management and Leadership
ECN 312: Intermediate Microeconomic Theory (SOBE OR SB)
ECN 313: Intermediate Macroeconomic Theory (SOBE OR SB)
ECN 475: Capstone in Economics (L)
The jobs you could get with a business economics degree
This program combines economic theory, practical applications and a business curriculum to prepare you for various careers across industries. Potential job titles include financial analyst, bank manager, business intelligence analyst, loan officer, market research analyst and real estate analyst. With strong quantitative expertise, you can also pursue jobs in research, analysis and statistics within private companies and government organizations. Additional career paths include, but aren’t limited to:
Business Intelligence Analysts
Growth: 35.2%
Salary: $103,500
Economics Teachers, Postsecondary
Growth: 3.8%
Salary: $103,930
Economists
Growth: 6.3%
Salary: $113,940
Environmental Economists
Growth: 6.3%
Salary: $113,940
Intelligence Analysts
Growth: 1.5%
Salary: $86,280
Logistics Analysts
Growth: 18.3%
Salary: $77,520
Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists
Growth: 13.4%
Salary: $68,230
Operations Research Analysts
Growth: 22.5%
Salary: $85,720
Statisticians
Growth: 31.6%
Salary: $98,920